StarChefs ICC 2015

StarChefs ICC 2015

Last week was the StarChefs International Chefs Congress in Brooklyn, NY. This was my 5th year attending, and had a great time as always. Here are a few of my favorite photos from this year’s event. Here’s a look at some of my photos from ICC 2013 &...
Cochon Heritage BBQ DC 2015

Cochon Heritage BBQ DC 2015

I had the pleasure of being one of the judges at this past Sunday’s Cochon Heritage BBQ in Washington DC. As always, another great outing from Brady Lowe and the Cochon 555 crew. I’ll let the photos speak for themselves. If you like what you see, please...
Concord Jelly Vinegar

Concord Jelly Vinegar

A few days ago I wrote about Fall produce, and my love of concord grapes. Yesterday I got my first batch of jelly going, and finished it up today. As I said in my last post, I really love the Concord Jelly recipe in The Mile End Deli Cookbook. I won’t share the...
Green Martini

Green Martini

   For this cocktail I started with the idea of a gin martini, but wanted to add Green Chartreuse into it. I knew that I had a lot of hefty botanicals here, and balancing it would be a challenge. I love the Vya vermouth but it doesn’t always play nice...